European Columbine, European Crowfoot, Branny's Bonnet (common name)
Plant family: Ranuculaceae
Genus: Aquilegia
Species: Vulgaris
500 mg packet
Plant type: Perennial
Colors: Pink, Pale Pink, Rose, Magenta, Scarlet, Gold, yellow, Medium Blue, Dark Blue, Lavender, Violet, Puple, Dark Purple, Maroon, White
Bloom time: Mid Spring - Early summer
Height: 18" - 36"
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 5.5 - 7.0.
Care: Plant established plants 12" - 15" apart. Deadhead to keep plant clean and prevent self seeding and assist with reblooming. Apply slow release plant food or water soluble every 3 weeks. Cease feeding 6 - 8 weeks prior to first frost. Cut to ground in late fall after frost.
Pests and diseases: Leaf miners.
Good companions: Hosta, Lady's mantle, Siberian bugluss
Propagation: Stratify if sown indoors 6 - 8 weeks. Direct sow in fall. Surface sow- do not cover.
